Rouge

Funky and young - honestly, this wants at least half a decade in the cellar before it really sings. Still freaking delicious today though. Plenty of volatile lift, loads of cherry, pomegranate, and a touch of sauerkraut. Fresh, with a bit more body compared to some other Matassa, but still very much in a light, vibrant style. Fairly tannic, super fresh. Tom Lubbe himself reckons the Rouge is built for 5-10 years of ageing, and you can feel why - there's structure here waiting to unfold. Already charming in its own wild way, but the best is yet to come.